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The Elder Pliny's Chapters On The History Of Art is a comprehensive work that explores the history of art as it was known in ancient Rome. Written by the Roman author and naturalist Pliny the Elder, this book provides a detailed account of the development of art from its earliest beginnings to the height of the Roman Empire.The book is divided into thirty-seven chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of art history. Pliny begins by discussing the origins of art in ancient Greece and Egypt, and then moves on to explore the art of Rome itself. He covers a wide range of topics, including sculpture, painting, architecture, and even the decorative arts.Throughout the book, Pliny provides detailed descriptions of many famous works of art, including the Parthenon, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Laocoon Group. He also discusses the techniques used by artists of the time, as well as the materials they used to create their works.The Elder Pliny's Chapters On The History Of Art is an important work for anyone interested in the history of art. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the artistic traditions of ancient Rome, and offers valuable insights into the techniques and materials used by artists of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
